Multiple choice

Questions 1-4
Choose the correct letter, A, B, or C.
1. In the game of Phonomena children are required to choose between
A. vowel sounds that have similar pronunciation B. thousands of different sounds
C. complicated sounds which are not common in real words
2. During the most recent tests, the researchers noticed
A. a dramatic improvements in the language ability of children aged between 8 and 10 B. a modest improvement in children with learning difficulties
C. an increase of about 2.4 years in the listening age of children with learning difficulties.
3. Tedd Wragg says that the recent test results
A. will lead to more interesting results in the future B. should be viewed with a degree of scepticism
C. are a credit to the hard work of teachers and therapists
4. Moore thinks that computer games
A. are mainly useful in improving children’s visual skills
B. could play a bigger role in children’s homework in the future C. will force children to spend more time in front computers

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WAY TO IELTS SUCCESS – THE 30-DAY IELTS READING MARATHON
DAY 4 TEXT 1 – ETHICAL VOLUNTEERING OVERSEAS (MULTIPLE CHOICE)
In recent years, concern has grown that some organisations are failing to meet the expectations of overseas volunteers and that volunteers themselves have not thought through what their placement will involve. 'Volunteers frequently feel let down by the experiences that they have in their host environments,' says the charity Tourism Concern. 'Many of those who volunteer do not necessarily understand that they will be involved in development work or what the implications of that are for themselves and the host communities.'
So, before you sign a contract or hand over any money, spend time working out what you want from your
overseas volunteering assignment and be realistic about how to achieve this. Questions to ask yourself
For many people, volunteering overseas is a life-changing experience, but a successful placement can only come from matching what you want and can offer with what actually needs to be done. Ethical volunteering is about ensuring the contribution you make is meaningful to the host community and has a lasting, positive impact.
So, start by asking yourself the basics. Why do you want to volunteer overseas? What existing skills and experience do you have to offer already? Consider the practicalities - do you really want to spend months away from your family and friends? Are you prepared to spend time in a country which might not have the infrastructure and amenities you're used to? And are you able to cope with the cost? See our article on finding
an opportunity overseas for more information. Once you have worked out what you have to offer, you are better placed to judge whether your contribution overseas will be meaningful and worthwhile. It's also worth asking yourself whether you have fully considered the options available closer to home. There are many ways to make a difference that don't first require a 12-hour flight and sometimes it can be better to volunteer at home and be a tourist overseas.